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Moving checklists
Moving checklist
There are many things to consider before, during, and after you’ve moved house. But help is at hand! To ensure a hasslefree experience, we’ve produced a handy checklist to guide you through the process.
01 Before the move
The week before moving day, start working through the following if you haven’t already: Do a pre-settlement inspection of your new home Make an appointment with your lawyer to sign the final documents Confirm arrangements for utilities Confirm arrangements with moving company Start notifying friends, family and companies of your new address Plan simple meals for the few days leading up to and just after the move Create a list of things that the kids may need including medicines and saying goodbye to their friends.
02 One day to go
With the big move imminent, remember to undertake these last minute items: Defrost fridge / freezer Set aside any manuals /information, baking trays etc. for the new home owners / tenants Set aside one room for the packers / movers /yourself to work freely in Prepare any items for the move that require dismantling Pack a box of essential items for when you first arrive at your new home and have it put aside to go with you i.e.. basic kitchenware, toilet paper etc.
03 Moving day
Record all meter readings (gas, electricity, water) Keep all cash, valuables and paperwork with you Stay at the house with your movers and sign off an inventory of goods Finish any cleaning and remove all rubbish Do a final walk-through of your home to make sure everything has been removed Lock everything up and drop off the keys with your real estate agent or landlord Once everything is unloaded, sign off the inventory – keep your copy until all charges have been paid and claims (if any) are settled.
04 Change of address
Check all relevant people have been notified: Friends and family Electricity / gas company Telephone / mobile / internet / Sky Bank Accounts / credit cards Insurance companies NZ Transport Authority WINZ Inland Revenue / accountant Post Office Doctor / dentist / medical specialists Vet Loyalty and store cards Newspaper / magazine subscriptions Rubbish bin collection School / kindergarten / child Care AA Membership Health and Fitness clubs
